Enjoy reading these fun, timeless stories out loud with your child. Each story is about a different bird you might fi nd in your backyard, with facts about each bird, and photographs from the author’s backyard. 1. Northern Cardinals fi nd food after a winter storm – yum! 2. A Carolina Chickadee fi nds a new home – cozy! 3. A Mallard Duck mother protects her ducklings from danger – whew! 4. A male Ruby-Throated Hummingbird protects his food source and territory – fi erce! 5. A Blue Jay family fi nds their favorite treat – yeah!